Why We Charge APCs?
At IJCDRI, we believe in making knowledge freely available to everyone. However, as an independent journal, we do not receive any funding from individuals, institutions, or organizations. We rely solely on the Article Processing Charges (APCs) paid by the researchers and academicians like you. These charges help us to provide various services required to publish and promote high-quality research.
What Does the APC Cover?
When you submit your paper and pay the APC, you are supporting critical services that allow your work to be published and promoted globally:
- Comprehensive Editorial Support: Each manuscript undergoes an extensive review and editing process to ensure the highest standards of research are met.
- Double-Blind Peer Review: A thorough and unbiased review conducted by experts in your field.
- Digital Object Identifier (DOI): A unique DOI is assigned to every published article, ensuring proper citation and discoverability worldwide.
- Open Access: Your paper will be freely available to all readers, expanding its reach and impact.
- Formatting & Layout: Professional typesetting and formatting of your manuscript for clear presentation.
- Global Promotion: We actively promote your research through our website and social media channels to reach a broad audience.
- Indexing in Recognized Databases: We work to index our journal in various global databases, increasing your paper’s visibility and citations.
- Author Certificate: Once your paper is accepted and published, you will receive a personalized publication certificate.
APC Overview
| Country | Article Processing Charges (APCs) |
| India | 2900 INR |
| Other Countries | 40 USD |
When Are APCs Charged?
You will be asked to pay the APC only after your manuscript is accepted following the peer review process. This ensures that payment is made only for articles that have been reviewed and approved for publication.
What Are the Benefits of Paying APCs?
The APC you pay includes the following benefits to help your research reach a broader audience:
- Free Access to Readers Worldwide: Your research will be available without barriers, ensuring a global readership.
- Permanent Online Archiving: Your paper will remain accessible indefinitely, without any time limits.
- International DOI Assignment: Enhances your paper’s visibility and ensures that it is indexed in databases and citation tools.
- Wide Distribution: Your paper will be shared through academic networks, making it easier for researchers and students to find and cite your work.
How to Pay the APC?
After your manuscript is accepted for publication, we will send you an invoice detailing the payment options. We provide a variety of payment methods to make the process easy and convenient for authors:
- UPI (Indians)
- Credit/Debit Card
- Bank Transfer
- Paypal and so on
Simply follow the instructions through email to complete your payment or we will reach out to you on the contact number provided to ensure smooth communication and support throughout the submission process.
Refund Policy
We strive to offer fair and transparent payment terms. Please note the following:
- Full/Partial Refund: If your manuscript is withdrawn before the peer review process begins.
- No Refund: Once your paper has entered the review or production stages, APCs are non-refundable.
Your Contribution Matters
As a community-driven journal, your APC not only supports the publication of your research but also enables us to maintain our editorial processes, peer review, and open access platform. We are committed to ensuring that your research reaches the widest possible audience and contributes to the advancement of knowledge across disciplines.
Have Questions?
If you have any questions about the APCs, payment methods, or submission process, feel free to contact us at IJCDRI@akedemia.in